Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet

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Composition FOR Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet

Alfacalcidol(0.25mcg)

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lactation interaction for Alphadol Tablet

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Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet.
CAUTION
The safety of Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet

Alfacalcidol(0.25mcg)

Alphadol tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency.

How alphadol tablet works

Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet is a Vitamin D-hormone analog that gets activated in the body with the help of liver enzymes. It gets converted into the active form of vitamin D3 (calcitriol) that helps in strengthening the bones and also regulates the other functioning of the body.

Common side effects of alphadol tablet

Rash, Itching, Abdominal pain, Increased calcium level in blood, Increased calcium in urine, Increased phosphate level in blood

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Expert advice FOR Alphadol Tablet

  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Do not take Alfacalcidol if you know you have a condition called hypercalcemia (increased calcium level in blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues).
  • You may be asked for regular blood tests to check the level of calcium and phosphate in the blood. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash, swelling of face and breathing difficulty. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet

Alfacalcidol

Q. Why should I take alfacalcidol?
You have been prescribed Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet to improve the level of vitamin D in your blood.
Q. What happens if vitamin D is low?
Vitamin D is essential for strong bones because it helps the body use calcium from the diet. A low level of vitamin D causes weak bones, bone pain, and muscle weakness. It can also lead to various bone disorders like osteoporosis and fractures (broken bones).
Q. How do you test for vitamin D?
The 25-hydroxy vitamin D test is the most accurate way to measure how much vitamin D is in your body. A health care professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. The sample is then sent to a laboratory to determine if you have too much or too little vitamin D in your blood.
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Q. What is the normal range for vitamin D levels?
The normal range of vitamin D is measured as nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL). It can be anywhere between 20-50ng/mL.
Q. Can too much vitamin D be harmful?
Yes, excess vitamin D in the blood (known as vitamin D toxicity) can be harmful. Signs of toxicity include nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness, and weight loss. Excess vitamin D can also damage the kidneys. Too much vitamin D also raises the level of calcium in your blood (hypercalcemia) which can cause confusion, disorientation, and problems with heart rhythm.
Q. Who is at risk of vitamin D deficiency?
Some people who are at higher risk of vitamin D deficiency are breastfed infants because human milk is a poor source of vitamin D; older adults, because their skin does not make vitamin D when exposed to sunlight as efficiently as when they were young; and if you have hyperthyroidism, chronic kidney or liver disease.
Q. What foods are rich in vitamin D?
Some of the foods rich in vitamin D are orange juice, fortified breakfast cereals, milk, other dairy products, such as yogurt, cheese, and egg yolk.
Q. How to store Alphadol 0.25mcg Tablet?
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep them out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Content on this page was last updated on 25 November, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)